institute

//ˈɪnstɪtjuːt//
C1Frequency Level 6Formal
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Noun

instituteSingular
institutesPlural
1

An organization established for a specific purpose, especially one dedicated to education, research, or a particular profession

She works at a research institute studying climate change.

2

A building or buildings housing such an organization

The institute is located on the university campus.

Verb

instituteInfinitive
institutesPresent tense
institutedPast tense
institutedPast participle
institutingPresent participle
institutesThird-person singular
1

To establish or start something, especially a system, policy, or legal proceeding

The government instituted new regulations to protect consumer rights.

2

To appoint someone to a position or office, especially in a formal or ceremonial manner

The bishop was instituted as the head of the diocese in a formal ceremony.